Voice of New England
The poem explores the tension between tradition and progress in a rural New England community. It portrays the struggles of the working class and the decline of traditional values in the face of industrialization. The speaker reflects on the changing times, lamenting the loss of simplicity and the rise of materialism.
By John Greenleaf Whittier · First published 1834 · Genre: Poetry, Political Literature, Social Commentary · 974 words
First lines
The five poems immediately following indicate the intense feeling of the friends of freedom in view of the annexation of Texas, with its vast territory sufficient, as was boasted, for six new slave States.
Up the hillside, down the glen, Rouse the sleeping citizen; Summon out the might of men!
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: John Greenleaf Whittier
- Date: 1834 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Political Literature, Social Commentary, Romanticism, Historical Literature
- Length: 974 words
- Structure: 1 section, 30 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Poetry — The work is primarily composed of poems that express intense emotions and themes related to freedom and social justice.
- Political Literature — The poems address political issues such as the annexation of Texas and the implications for slavery, reflecting the political climate of the time.
- Social Commentary — The work critiques societal norms and injustices, particularly regarding slavery and the moral responsibilities of citizens.
- Romanticism — The writing style and themes reflect characteristics of Romanticism, emphasizing emotion, nature, and individualism.
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Poetry Collection · New England Literature · 19th Century Poetry · American Literature · Regionalism · Folklore · Mythology · Nature Writing · Social Commentary · Politics · History · Culture